Founded in 1946, Wharton County Junior College. is a college. Located in Texas, which is a city setting in Texas, the campus itself is Town. The campus is home to 7,072 full time undergraduate students, and 0 full time graduate students.
The Wharton County Junior College Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 20:1. There are 171 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Wharton County Junior College include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.
Quick Facts
Acceptance Rate
100%
Application Deadline
Application Fee
0
SAT Range
ACT Range
Admissions at WCJC are considered , with ,1% of all applicants being admitted.
In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.
0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.
STUDENT LIFE Reviews
We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Wharton County Junior College.
31%
“We”re apathetic”
54%
“We know about current events and vote”
15%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
23%
“We save it for the classroom”
54%
“Sometimes, but not often”
15%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
8%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
8%
“I only go out in groups”
33%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
58%
“I feel extremely safe”
50%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
33%
“We bought the gear”
17%
“We live for the big game”
54%
“It”s not really our thing”
8%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
23%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
15%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
8%
“Available in class”
54%
“They keep regular office hours”
38%
“They”re always available”
77%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
23%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
23%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
54%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
15%
“We only party on weekends”
8%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
15%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
77%
“There might be people who do”
8%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
31%
“We”re apathetic”
54%
“We know about current events and vote”
15%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
23%
“We save it for the classroom”
54%
“Sometimes, but not often”
15%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
8%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
8%
“I only go out in groups”
33%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
58%
“I feel extremely safe”
50%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
33%
“We bought the gear”
17%
“We live for the big game”
54%
“It”s not really our thing”
8%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
23%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
15%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
8%
“Available in class”
54%
“They keep regular office hours”
38%
“They”re always available”
77%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
23%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
14 Students rated on-campus housing 2.5 stars. 21 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate off-campus housing?
11 Students rated off-campus housing 2.8 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus food?
13 Students rated campus food 2.4 stars. 15 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus facilities?
15 Students rated campus facilities 3.9 stars. 33 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate class size?
14 Students rated class size 4 stars. 50 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate school activities?
15 Students rated school activities 2.5 stars. 7 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate local services?
15 Students rated local services 3.4 stars. 40 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate academics?
15 Students rated academics 4.2 stars. 47 % gave the school a 5.0.
Wharton County Junior College REVIEWS
What's your overall opinion of Wharton County Junior College?
18 Students rated Wharton County Junior College
Anahi
I enjoy attending WCJC, It’s close to home, and I’m able to take online classes, and I still have time to work and have fun time with my kid and fiancé.
ALEXANDER
this is my first year at wharton county junior college. i believe there could be better learning for students but due to covid-19 it can be hard. online/Virtual learning is hard for a lot of students including me. Overall i believe the school is trying their best to help students adapt to this different type of learning.
Hanna
Wharton County Junior College is a great school and I highly recommend it to any high school senior who is looking to get basics out of the way. Wharton County Junior College is very affordable and the teachers are very willing to help their students succeed. it's a great school
Karla
wharton county junior college has grate professors that try their hardest to teach every student the beast that they possibly can and help students learn the curriculum if the student is not doing so well in their classes. Overall a good teaching facility.
melisa
It’s honestly one of the best junior colleges, I’ve compared it to different ones my friends attend like HCC and have definitely heard negative feedback from them. I’m always glad that I decided to attend wcjc for my first two years it’s a great close to home school.
Kacey
I am in my first year of the dental hygiene program and while it is stressful and fast paced, I know the program is highly regarded and I am positive I will be hired quickly after graduation. Wharton County Jr. College is small, and old but the price is reasonable and classes are small so more one on one time is provided by professors and we have a better connection and fun learning environment.
Victoria
WCJC is a very smart choice. It is financially suitable and the professors care about your success. There was never a time where I could not get help from a professor. I always felt safe at WCJC as well and I felt like my dedication was respected and appreciated. Overall, one of the best decisions of my life financially and learning wise.
Angel
Easy school to get into. Professors are very genuine and considerate . They all help you maintain your grades. It’s hard to fail there. Courses are easier I believe . Education is cheaper there but reviews the same information as opposed to a bigger university . safe and friendly
Angela
Pretty average, being that it is a commuter campus community college. People come and go to their classes, but it's a small campus that doesn't really provide the space or facilities for non school-related activities. You can't really ask for more than that from that from a community college, though.The academics weren't too difficult, and the staff is generally nice. It's a good place to get your basics done before transferring to a 4-year college, or to earn an associates degree. (Or both, which is what I did.) Overall, it delivers the necessities and I feel I received a thorough education there.
Lance
My overall opinion on this community college is excellent. The community college embraces the nature of preparing students for the challenges of a four year university. They focus with providing students wide accessibility computer labs, libraries, professor office hours and free tutoring sessions for tough courses. Improvements can be suggested to their promotions on programs and extracurricular clubs because the community college does not share information like this widely to students on orientations.
Faith
Wharton County Junior College in Sugarland, Texas is a very nice facility. Amazing professors and awesome places to sit and chill. Parking is a little bit difficult but for the most part all the professors and really decent and it is a excellent learning environment.
Gerardo
Attending Wharton County Junior College has been by far the best educational decision I have made. Wharton County Junior College shown me how to improve my time management and how to properly study. Wcjc has also allowed me to have a flexible schedule which in terms make my life easier. For example going to Wharton County Junior College has allowed me to have a job and attend classes with no problems.
Sealy
Not the best, but I do recommend a junior college. The interaction with professors is a lot better than the interaction that you will get at a bigger university due to the class size. Also, I recommend it because the intensity of the course, at a junior college the classes aren’t as intense
bria
It's a cheaper option than universities but the professional help might not be there. Some professors genuinely care and want students to succeed, and then some professors are lazy. In my opinion, it's better to be on a university campusb surrounded by different groups and people to help you in your degree.
Jaylon
Its a great school to start off at before transferring to your 4 year. It has allowed me to have a flexible schedule and be a part of numerous curricula's outside off campus. I am planning on transferring to the University of Houston this fall and i credit my upbringing to WCJC.
The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Wharton County Junior College is 100%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020, _____ students were offered admission.
What should every freshman at your school know before they start?
I would go back and tell myself that although this first year at a community college is going to be extremely easy you still need to put forth major effort to build good habits for the university life. I would have told myself that I need to try my hardest to soak up every little bit of information so that I can apply it tenfold upon transferring to a bigger school the year after.
What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?
I wish that I would have known more about the numerous oppertunities Wharton County Junior College gives each of its students without having anything to do with race, religion, or geneder because this university treats all students with respect and equality.
Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!
The Wharton County Junior College of Sugarland is a college that is advantageously located with the University of Houston system. This makes it easy for students to attend a two-year college and pocket their abundant amounts of savings before transferring credits to the university.
The best thing that I consider about my school is that they help students achieve their Dreams. They are number one school to help community college students succeed (earn degrees, earn certificates or transfer to other institutions to continue their studies). They are particularly concerned about student success, and have faced the most significant barriers to success, including low-income students and students of color. My school also participate in college research at community colleges; public policy work; and outreach to communities, businesses and the public. My school initiative also includes advocating public policies such as policies to improve states.
Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.
Wharton County Junior College is not a university, but more like a threshold where a student can begin the many steps needed to find or pursue a degree to obtain the ultimate goal of a career and it is also like a home where you are welcomed with open arms and given helpful advice from people who want you to succeed in life.
I would WCJC is best known for being a college that can help you maintain a good enough GPA in order to transfer to a good university. They have several programs and the one I'm very aware of is their nursing program.
My favorite class is my U.S History class, my professor is so interesting and easily relatable to students. I always leave class wanting to hear more. Students are interested and enjoy participating in class lectures. I am majoring in AA Business degree and plan on getting my bachelors degree.
What are the most popular student activities/groups?
I am new to the school, so I haven't joined any clubs yet, but I have seen a wide variety from athletics to drama. Most students are single so you mainly see large groups of friends. Students who attend wharton aren't here to party, many have to work and attend classes.I work 30 hours a week when I am not in class. Most weekends I stay busy at my job and studying for my classes.
What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?
I'm not sure about stereotypes. Maybe just lazy, good-for-nothings? Obviously not true at all, students may not be the most enthusiastic, but I believe it's just the overall setting that sets the mood.
What kind of person should not attend this school?
The kind of persons that shouldn't attend this school are the lazy student whom are not ready to work hard. For example, those student that does not sow but they want to reap where they did not sow. Any student that is immune to plagiarizing, cheating, lying or making statements misrepresenting the truth or that is a subject to severe disciplinary action. person which may have been in dismissal from the previous schools. Any student exhibiting behavior, which suggests impaired judgment for any reason. Student or individuals who has impairment related to drugs (including prescription medications) and/or alcohol.
Wharton County Junior College has a great team of professors and staff members. Everyone is so helpful during the registration process. All my professors have been helpful and interested in their subjects they teach. My only complaint is there is not enough student parking.
All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA.
Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.
57% of students attending Wharton County Junior College receive some sort of financial aid.
36% were awarded federal grants.31%received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.